Kids Making a Difference

We’re shining a light on young people who are doing ordinary and extraordinary things to impact the world around them. Know someone who we should consider for a future Kid of the Month article? Submit their story to the editors for consideration.

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A smiling child stands in front of a colorful painted background.

Star Power: Evan Shiu

Evan volunteers as a youth soccer coach and mentor in his community.

A smiling child wearing a red T-shirt stands indoors in a kitchen.

Star Power: Eli Mathews

Eli started a community service youth group to help kids get involved.

A smiling child with long hair stands in front of a leafy wall covered with green vines.

Star Power: Foster Barinholtz

Foster started a chapter of a community-service club in her hometown.

A smiling child stands indoors against a light-colored wall, wearing a plaid button-down shirt.

Star Power: Patrick Finnegan

Patrick volunteers as a peer mediator at his school.

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Kindness

Spreading Joy

Teachers and students in California created a public art project for their community. Its positive message has attracted a global audience.

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Civic Engagement

Taking a Stand

Young entrepreneurs are inspiring lawmakers to change the laws around kid-run businesses

boy holding vegetables on either hand surrounded by garden of vegetables
Environment

Grow Your Own Garden

TFK Kid Reporter and TIME Kid of the Year honoree Ian McKenna shares his advice for starting a garden.